Lightning in a Bottle has published its full 2026 roster, assembling a broad, genre-spanning bill for the festival scheduled in May 2026.

At the forefront are electronic art-pop pioneers Empire of the Sun; Dutch breakout producer Mau P (whose August single “Tesla” currently leads Dance/Mix Show Airplay); hard‑techno curator Sara Landry; bass heavyweights Zeds Dead; U.K. drum & bass icons Chase & Status; R&B artist Tinashe; U.K. favorite Barry Can’t Swim; and Brazilian dynamo Mochakk.

Supporting Acts and Highlights

The expanded lineup includes Of the Trees, Billboard Dance Rookie of the Month for September Jigitz, Overmono, Daily Bread, Lee Burridge, Hot Since 92, Nia Archives, Dimension, Alleycvt, Jayda G and many others. The event’s promotional artwork references the festival’s beloved Mixtape stage, which honors classic DJ culture by spinning cassette-era selections throughout the weekend.

Programming returns from partners and collectives who have become fixtures at LiB: A Club Called Rhonda will reprise its Crossroads Stage takeover, accompanied by Respect DnB, Baile World and FMLY BZNS nights. Beyond music, the festival will present an array of talks, hands-on workshops and daily yoga sessions.

Event Details

The 23rd edition of Lightning in a Bottle takes place over Memorial Day weekend, from May 20–24, 2026, at Buena Vista Lake near Bakersfield, California.

Tickets go on sale Saturday, November 14, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. PT.

Notable Headliners (selected)

• Empire of the Sun
• Mau P
• Sara Landry
• Zeds Dead
• Chase & Status
• Tinashe
• Barry Can’t Swim
• Mochakk

For the full lineup, schedule and ticketing information, consult the festival’s official channels prior to purchase.

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